"I worked with Dennis at Motorola in Mt Pleasant. He was always helpful and friendly. I lived in Swedesburg at the time and was privy to story about Dennis there. Dennis will be missed by all who knew him. I know he is in heaven making everyone feel good about themselves. "
In loving memory of
Dennis R. Robertson
August 3, 1947 - March 21, 2020
Dennis R. Robertson, 72, of Burlington, IA, formerly of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2020, at the Great River Klein Center in West Burlington.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 18, 2020 the Harmony Bible Church in Burlington. Memorials may be directed to the Cradle of Hope Pregnancy Resource Center or the Harmony Bible Church Benevolence Fund in Dennys memory. On line condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralhomes.com.
Born August 3, 1947, in Fort Dodge, IA, Dennis Rudolf was the son of LaVern A. and Doris B. (Hansen) Robertson. He was a graduate of Burnside High School and Peru State College. On September 15, 1990, Dennis married Linda Jo Capps in Lake Geneva, WI.
Dennis was a buyer in Mt. Pleasant for Motorola, service rep for Motorola State of Iowa out of Des Moines, IA and Infrastructure Cellular out of Arlington Heights, IL and Phoenix, AZ. After his retirement, Dennis became an inhouse engineer for radio station KMCH.
Dennis was a member of the Circle K Club while at Peru State College. He was also a member of the Mt. Pleasant Jaycees, Burlington Kiwanis Club and was active in the Harmony Bible Church in Burlington.
Volunteerism was important to Dennis as he was a video and sound tech at his church. He worked the admission gates at Midwest Old Threshers as well as participating in the school tours. Dennis remained active as he enjoyed canoeing, tennis, table tennis, traveling and history.
Besides his wife Linda, Dennis survived by two brothers, David Robertson of Manitowoc, WI and Daniel Robertson of Fort Dodge, IA.
Preceding in death were his parents and by a brother, Duane Robertson
Tributes
"I haven't been able to Not think about Cousin Dennis' passing, and the sadness and dismay that he's gone is stiil fresh in my mind.But this is about a memory, and my recurring one is of when Dennis and Linda lived here in AZ, out in Sun Lakes. They had a beautiful house out here, both inside and out. And it's outside where my memory lies. Dennis called me up one day and asked me if I could do some electrical work for him in his backyard. I wasn't working much then and said sure. When I got out to their house, I was impressed. The backyard almost seemed small for such an impressive structure. As I recall his circuit panel was on the North side of the house, on the outside wall. Dennis had a new hot tub in the back that he wanted to get power fed to. I believe the panel was around 50 ft. away from the side of the hot tub where the power hook up was at. Dennis graciously offered to, and did the digging for the pipe running underground to his tub. I know we made at least a couple of trips to the store for all the required materials and parts. It only took a few days and I don't even know how much, if at all, he and Linda got to use it. It seemed like it wasn't even a month and my Dad was telling me they moved back to Iowa. It was probably longer, but it was a fun job, done for people I love, and it helped us both out. I am wondering if they have hot tubs in Heaven though, because Dennis surely deserves one. R.I.P. Cousin Dennis. I'll miss you always. Be at peace. KENT K. S. HANSEN"
"Sorry for your loss Linda. My wife Colleen and I had many good conversations with Dennis while exercising together at the Great River Fitness Center."
"Dean, would you like Denny's rackets, I think that there are 2 of them on metal and one wood? He would like that."
"Im very saddened to hear of Dennys passing and will continue to miss him. We were co-workers who became friends back in the early 80s and have stayed in touch via phone and e-mail since. I have fond memories of work and pleasure travel with him. I will sorely miss being able to call him for a chat. Denny was friend to many and always eager to help and volunteer. He was faithful to God and showed his faith in the way he lived. All who knew him will miss him. Thankfully, he is in a better place now. "
"Rich, Denny was so happy to be a part of Kiwanis and the things that the club does. Thank YOU! In Christ JESUS, we know that this is no goodbye but "See yah later.""
"Kathy, So many memories. The flood me sometimes. In CHRIST JESUS this is not goodbye but "See yah later.""
"Thank You, Wes! So many memories we have made. In CHRIST JESUS this is not goodbye but "See yah later.""
"Thank YOU!!! It has been a long 5 months and I know that he is running all over GOD's heaven right now and savoring every thing about it. In CHRIST JESUS this is not goodbye but "See yah later." Isn't that a wonderful promise"
"Thank YOU. He will be missed by many. I doubt that he ever knew the impact that he made in the lives of other people. In JESUS CHRIST, this is not goodbye but "See yah later.""
"Linda and the Robertson family,I was so sorry to hear of Denny's passing. We usually sat at the same table during Kiwanis meetings. Denny was a great addition to our Kiwanis club and the model of a perfect Kiwanian - friendly, good-natured, always willing to jump in on a project, interested in the community and wanting to make it a better place to live. I was hoping he would accept a future request to serve as president of our group.I was disappointed that the Klein Center had to shut down to visitors the week we were going to have our meeting there to visit and honor Denny.Our special thoughts go out to Linda. She has had to deal with more than any one person should have to deal with in the last few months, from a surprise onset of a horrible disease to changing prognoses to reconfiguring a home to dealing with Denny's changing reactions to the disease. We hope she finds lots of comfort and support in the coming weeks. Jerry and Lin Parks"
"Sorry for your loss, Linda. I knew Denny through the Mt Pleasant Jaycees many years ago. I recall running into you both at our 50th class reunion! Tom Tipton"
"Dear Linda, My sincere sympathy to you over the loss of your husband. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time."
"Denny was a great neighbor and a wonderful Kiwanis member. I will miss him dearly. Rest in peace my friend."
"Dennis will greatly be missed! I got to k is him while working at the Manchester Chamber office. He was always sincere n cordial, very active in the community, in particular during Spring Clean up, Recycling n Electronics day, n Rhubarb in the River! Deepest sympathy to the family! Doris Sherman"
"Very sorry to hear about Denny. Rick and I send our sincere condolences. You are in my prayers."
"Linda and Family, So sorry to hear of Dennis passing. I got to know Dennis in working together on the Mural Project in Manchester and the guy was always respectful and did what he said he was going to do...a great team member!!! He was a great guy, positive to be around and am saddened...but know he is with our lord with his faith and actions! I pray that you and your family find comfort, greater faith and peace during this difficult time. Godspeed Dennis. -Wes Schulte"